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Taylor W. Redlands, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Taylor W.
155/hour

Redlands, CA

Medical Doctor with 10+ Years USMLE Step Exam Tutoring

I am a medical doctor who took the USMLE Step 1-3 and passed with very high scores each time. I have also tutored many medical students to prepare them for all 3 steps of the USMLE, and I have helped many students over the years do...

5.0 (96)
155/hour
716 hours tutoring

I am a medical doctor who took the USMLE Step 1-3 and passed with very high scores each time. I have also tutored many medical students to prepare them for all 3 steps of the USMLE, and I have helped many students over the years do...

Terri S. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Terri S.
125/hour

Los Angeles, CA

Dermatology MD Tutor for USMLE Step 1 & 2 (265+)

As a dermatology MD, I have scored 265+ on USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK (99th percentile) and helped students comfortably increase their scores by 30+ points. I have 10+ years of tutoring experience and worked closely with medical students...

5.0 (40)
125/hour
62 hours tutoring

As a dermatology MD, I have scored 265+ on USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK (99th percentile) and helped students comfortably increase their scores by 30+ points. I have 10+ years of tutoring experience and worked closely with medical students...

DERRIK N. Cerritos, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
DERRIK N.
125/hour

Cerritos, CA

4th year US Medical Student Step 1 (1st attempt), Step 2 (260+)

I am a 4th year medical student who scored a 518 (96th percentile) on the MCAT, passed Step 1 on the first attempt, and scored in the 260+ range on Step 2 CK. I have years of experience tutoring peers and students in the MCAT, USMLE, and...

5.0 (3)
125/hour
12 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am a 4th year medical student who scored a 518 (96th percentile) on the MCAT, passed Step 1 on the first attempt, and scored in the 260+ range on Step 2 CK. I have years of experience tutoring peers and students in the MCAT, USMLE, and...

Rob S. Irvine, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rob S.
270/hour

Irvine, CA

Ivy League Med Student | Specializing in Step 1

I am an MS3 medical student at an Ivy League Medical School. I passed USMLE Step 1 on my first attempt. I have been helping students prepare for Step 1 for the past year. I created my own program to help students increase their NBME...

5.0 (697)
270/hour
3,959 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I am an MS3 medical student at an Ivy League Medical School. I passed USMLE Step 1 on my first attempt. I have been helping students prepare for Step 1 for the past year. I created my own program to help students increase their NBME...

Alison C. La Jolla, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Alison C.
90/hour

La Jolla, CA

MD

I scored a 251 on USMLE Step 1 and 245 on Step 2. I have completed medical school and matched into a medical residency. I am experienced in helping students develop testing skills and understanding material tested on the USMLE.

4.9 (86)
90/hour
168 hours tutoring

I scored a 251 on USMLE Step 1 and 245 on Step 2. I have completed medical school and matched into a medical residency. I am experienced in helping students develop testing skills and understanding material tested on the USMLE.

Sakshi S. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sakshi S.
90/hour

San Diego, CA

4th year medical student and incoming resident

As someone who successfully passed both USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 on my first attempt, I bring a firsthand understanding of what it takes to prepare efficiently and effectively—especially under time constraints. I studied for Step 1...

4.7 (7)
90/hour
25 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

As someone who successfully passed both USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX Level 1 on my first attempt, I bring a firsthand understanding of what it takes to prepare efficiently and effectively—especially under time constraints. I studied for Step 1...

Kannan M. Bakersfield, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kannan M.
55/hour

Bakersfield, CA

3rd year DO medical student at WesternU COMP

I have taken and passed the USMLE step 1 and COMLEX level 1 by doing a comprehensive prep during the year balancing my medical school coursework. I am a rising 3rd year osteopathic medical student attending WesternU COMP and doing my 3rd...

5.0 (2)
55/hour
9 hours tutoring

I have taken and passed the USMLE step 1 and COMLEX level 1 by doing a comprehensive prep during the year balancing my medical school coursework. I am a rising 3rd year osteopathic medical student attending WesternU COMP and doing my 3rd...

ASHLEY I. Henderson, NV, available for online & in-person tutoring
ASHLEY I.
75/hour

Henderson, NV

PharmD, MEd, and BS Kin with teaching experience

I have been tutoring in Pharmacy. I taught college level science classes in Reno, NV. And have recently for the last year, been tutoring for the the national pharmacy licensing exam.

5.0 (32)
75/hour
157 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response time is based on ASHLEY’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.

I have been tutoring in Pharmacy. I taught college level science classes in Reno, NV. And have recently for the last year, been tutoring for the the national pharmacy licensing exam.

Pranav D. Reno, NV, available for online & in-person tutoring
Pranav D.
85/hour

Reno, NV

99th Percentile Step 2 Scorer

I am a 4th year medical student at UNR who scored 99th percentile on the USMLE Step 2 and performed at a similarly high level on Step 1, demonstrating strong mastery of both foundational and clinical sciences. As a fourth-year medical...

5.0 (3)
85/hour
16 hours tutoring

I am a 4th year medical student at UNR who scored 99th percentile on the USMLE Step 2 and performed at a similarly high level on Step 1, demonstrating strong mastery of both foundational and clinical sciences. As a fourth-year medical...

Ray R. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ray R.
67/hour

Los Angeles, CA

U.S. M.D. Resident Physician | USMLE, STEP, & NBME Shelf Tutor-Advisor

As a U.S. M.D. and current Neurology resident physician, I bring both clinical insight and academic precision to USMLE preparation — having recently navigated the full exam sequence myself while simultaneously conducting active research,...

5.0 (160)
67/hour
361 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ray’s active hours, which are 3:00 pm - 3:00 pm UTC.

As a U.S. M.D. and current Neurology resident physician, I bring both clinical insight and academic precision to USMLE preparation — having recently navigated the full exam sequence myself while simultaneously conducting active research,...

Arjun B. Sacramento, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Arjun B.
160/hour

Sacramento, CA

4th Year MD Student with USMLE Expertise

I scored in the 260s+ on USMLE Step 1 and Step 2. I'm now an M4 and would be happy to help you with your board prep! My approach is to break down problems from AMBOSS or UWorld and walk you through my reasoning — we can then drill...

5.0 (6)
160/hour
41 hours tutoring

I scored in the 260s+ on USMLE Step 1 and Step 2. I'm now an M4 and would be happy to help you with your board prep! My approach is to break down problems from AMBOSS or UWorld and walk you through my reasoning — we can then drill...

Jonathan K. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan K.
130/hour

San Francisco, CA

Medical Student

I scored well on all my shelf exams, passed Step 1 (pass/fail exam) and scored a 255 on Step 2 CK. I am well equipped to assist students prepping for the USMLE.

5.0 (13)
130/hour
18 hours tutoring

I scored well on all my shelf exams, passed Step 1 (pass/fail exam) and scored a 255 on Step 2 CK. I am well equipped to assist students prepping for the USMLE.

Mark W. Bakersfield, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mark W.
40/hour

Bakersfield, CA

Passed Step 1 and 2. Experience tutoring students who passed Steps 1,2

4th year medical student who passed all NBME exams, Step 1 and 2. Recieved honors on 3 of the 6 NBME exams. Passed Step 2 exam in the 75th percentile. I received over 50 interview requests for residency. I am graduating this May. I have experience...

5.0 (11)
40/hour
28 hours tutoring

4th year medical student who passed all NBME exams, Step 1 and 2. Recieved honors on 3 of the 6 NBME exams. Passed Step 2 exam in the 75th percentile. I received over 50 interview requests for residency. I am graduating this May. I have experience...

Beau H. Mountain View, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Beau H.
100/hour

Mountain View, CA

275 on Step 2CK | Science based study / test-taking strategies!

I specialize in USMLE preparation and scored a 275 on Step 2 CK, placing me in the top percentile nationally. Over the past five years, I’ve worked with medical students to break down complex concepts and develop personalized, high-yield...

5.0 (12)
100/hour
14 hours tutoring
Response time: 40 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I specialize in USMLE preparation and scored a 275 on Step 2 CK, placing me in the top percentile nationally. Over the past five years, I’ve worked with medical students to break down complex concepts and develop personalized, high-yield...

Jack R. La Jolla, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jack R.
100/hour

La Jolla, CA

UCSD Medical Student

I am a fourth-year medical student at the UC San Diego School of Medicine. I was in the first cohort of students to take Step 1 P/F, and I passed. I took Step 2 CK after the completion of my third year.

5.0 (54)
100/hour
138 hours tutoring

I am a fourth-year medical student at the UC San Diego School of Medicine. I was in the first cohort of students to take Step 1 P/F, and I passed. I took Step 2 CK after the completion of my third year.

Christopher K. Glendale, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Christopher K.
100/hour

Glendale, CA

DO with 98th percentile boards and over 7 years of teaching experience

I scored over 95th percentile on my most recent licensing examination (Score of 828 on COMLEX Level 3, the DO equivalent of USMLE Step 3). I have also scored equally well on my Step 2 exam and Level 2 exam. I passed USMLE step 1 and...

5.0 (70)
100/hour
203 hours tutoring
Response time: 35 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I scored over 95th percentile on my most recent licensing examination (Score of 828 on COMLEX Level 3, the DO equivalent of USMLE Step 3). I have also scored equally well on my Step 2 exam and Level 2 exam. I passed USMLE step 1 and...

Shweta S. Fremont, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Shweta S.
60/hour

Fremont, CA

foreign Medical doctor - specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology-

My education as a foreign medical doctor with specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology with 9 years teaching experience make me a suitable candidate for USMLE tutoring. I have access to latest Uworld and First Aid/Kaplan books and...

5.0 (2)
60/hour
5 hours tutoring

My education as a foreign medical doctor with specialization in Obstetrics and Gynecology with 9 years teaching experience make me a suitable candidate for USMLE tutoring. I have access to latest Uworld and First Aid/Kaplan books and...

Sasank A. San Jose, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sasank A.
100/hour

San Jose, CA

OMS-3 recently passed USMLE Step 1/COMLEX-1

Recently passed both USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX-1. I have memorized over 30000 flashcards, done over 10000 practice problems over the past year, and have prepared resources to share my knowledge base with my students. I can help you pass your...

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5.0 (2)
100/hour
15 hours tutoring

Recently passed both USMLE Step 1 and COMLEX-1. I have memorized over 30000 flashcards, done over 10000 practice problems over the past year, and have prepared resources to share my knowledge base with my students. I can help you pass your...

Audrey H. Los Angeles, CA, available for in-person tutoring
Audrey H.
120/hour

Los Angeles, CA

USMLE Step 1 Pass, Step 2 >260

I scored >260 on USMLE Step 2 after self studying for four weeks. I scored in the>90 percentile on USMLE Shelf Exams for FM, IM, Surg, Psych, OB, Neuro, and Peds. I am confident in my ability to help you succeed in both your...

5.0 (10)
120/hour
40 hours tutoring

I scored >260 on USMLE Step 2 after self studying for four weeks. I scored in the>90 percentile on USMLE Shelf Exams for FM, IM, Surg, Psych, OB, Neuro, and Peds. I am confident in my ability to help you succeed in both your...

Here are even more great USMLE tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great USMLE tutors who offer online lessons.

Tampa, FL Tutoring
Arkasha B.
325/hour

Scored 274 on USMLE Step 2. 5+ years tutoring experiencw

I am a 4th year medical student in an MD program. I successfully passed USMLE step 1 on my first attempt. I also scored a 274 on USMLE Step 2CK, and completed both Uworld and AMBOSS question banks. I also have 5+ years of tutoring...

5.0 (41)
325/hour
222 hours tutoring

I am a 4th year medical student in an MD program. I successfully passed USMLE step 1 on my first attempt. I also scored a 274 on USMLE Step 2CK, and completed both Uworld and AMBOSS question banks. I also have 5+ years of tutoring...

Philadelphia, PA Tutoring
Ahab A.
295/hour

USMLE Step 1 and 2 Tutor

I conquered the USMLE Step 1 in January 2024 (Pass) and USMLE Step 2 (266, 92nd percentile) in March 2024 (can provide verified score report upon request). Recently mastering the comprehensive material covered in these exams has...

5.0 (42)
295/hour
94 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response time is based on Ahab’s active hours, which are 6:00 pm - 7:00 am UTC.

I conquered the USMLE Step 1 in January 2024 (Pass) and USMLE Step 2 (266, 92nd percentile) in March 2024 (can provide verified score report upon request). Recently mastering the comprehensive material covered in these exams has...

Boston, MA Tutoring
Connor B.
200/hour

Harvard MD Student USMLE Tutor

I scored a 282 on USMLE Step 2 (2024), and Pass on Step 1 (P/F) (2023). I work with students to develop a comprehensive approach towards studying for the USMLE exams and help students simplify and better understand key...

5.0 (215)
200/hour
862 hours tutoring

I scored a 282 on USMLE Step 2 (2024), and Pass on Step 1 (P/F) (2023). I work with students to develop a comprehensive approach towards studying for the USMLE exams and help students simplify and better understand key...

Richmond, VA Tutoring
Virang K.
120/hour

MD| >265 USMLE| Medical School Admissions & Radiology Match Consultant

I am an incoming radiology resident physician with top scores on the USMLE/NBME and experience in tutoring medical school subjects. I have also scored a 265+ on the USMLE Step 2 CK exam, finished at the top of my class during...

5.0 (97)
120/hour
501 hours tutoring
Response time: 15 minutesNote that average response time is based on Virang’s active hours, which are 7:00 pm - 2:00 am UTC.

I am an incoming radiology resident physician with top scores on the USMLE/NBME and experience in tutoring medical school subjects. I have also scored a 265+ on the USMLE Step 2 CK exam, finished at the top of my class during...

Dayton, NJ Tutoring
Vincent Z.
180/hour

Current USMD 4th-Year Medical Student

I just took USMLE Step 1 in 2023 (pass on first try) and Step 2 in 2024 (255+). I specialize in helping students come up with effective study plans that are personally tailored and designed to focus on one's weaknesses. Additionally, I...

5.0 (104)
180/hour
285 hours tutoring

I just took USMLE Step 1 in 2023 (pass on first try) and Step 2 in 2024 (255+). I specialize in helping students come up with effective study plans that are personally tailored and designed to focus on one's weaknesses. Additionally, I...

Stanford, CA Tutoring
Luqman H.
135/hour

MD from Stanford, USMLE Top 1%, Medical Education Expert

I have an MD from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed USMLE Step 1 with a score of 268, placing in the top 1 percent. I have extensive experience in medical education and can provide guidance on the knowledge and skills...

5.0 (83)
135/hour
572 hours tutoring

I have an MD from Stanford University School of Medicine and completed USMLE Step 1 with a score of 268, placing in the top 1 percent. I have extensive experience in medical education and can provide guidance on the knowledge and skills...

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